Презентация по английскому языку - праздники России "Maslenitsa"

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  MASLENITSA
  

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  Maslenitsa is an ancient Russian festival
  

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  It is sometimes called Butter Week in English-speaking countries
  

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  It marks the end of winter and the beginning of spring and Lent
  

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  It is a merry holiday which lasts for a week
  

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  The Butter Week is divided into two periods: the “narrow” Maslenitsa (the first three days), and the “wide” Maslenitsa (the latter four days).
  

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  On Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday people could do some household duties, but from Thursday till Sunday they just dedicated time to pleasure and entertainments.
  

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  Swarms of people walked along the streets, danced and sang songs. They organized carnivals and wore masks
  

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  Every day of Butter Week has its own meaning
  

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  For example, on Thursday people invite each other to eat pancakes.
  

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  Pancakes are a symbol of this festival because they are like the sun in shape and colour.
  

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  Russian people usually eat pancakes with:
  honey
  cavia
  jam
  sour cream
  

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  The last day of the Maslenitsa Week is Forgiveness Sunday.
  It is a special day, when all the people ask each other for forgiveness.
  

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  Of course, nowadays not all the traditions are carefully followed. Today people quite rarely go to the church, and few of them observe the Lent.
  Nevertheless, Maslenitsa is still a popular winter festival, though it has a secular nature.
  

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  Thanks for your attention!
  

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